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On-Screen Takeoff has become an indispensable tool for construction professionals in various departments. Estimators rely on the software …
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What is On-Screen Takeoff?
On-Screen Takeoff is a construction takeoff and estimating solution. It is intended to streamline takeoff, RFI, and bidding processes.
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What is On-Screen Takeoff?
On-Screen Takeoff is a construction takeoff and estimating solution. It is intended to streamline takeoff, RFI, and bidding processes.
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What is On-Screen Takeoff?
On-Screen Takeoff is a construction takeoff and estimating solution. It is intended to streamline bidding and RFI processes. On-Screen Takeoff includes core takeoff functionality, as well as automation features like auto-count and Intelligent Paste Logic. It also features bid management abilities like bid packaging, timestamping, bid changes, and API integration to interface with 3rd party estimating programs. The program also includes plan organization capabilities like plan sharing, importing, and warehousing and security.
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On-Screen Takeoff is a construction takeoff and estimating solution. It is intended to streamline takeoff, RFI, and bidding processes.
Reviewers rate Support Rating highest, with a score of 8.2.
The most common users of On-Screen Takeoff are from Mid-sized Companies (51-1,000 employees).
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On-Screen Takeoff has become an indispensable tool for construction professionals in various departments. Estimators rely on the software to put together accurate and quick job estimates, utilizing its incredible capabilities for cross calculations, complex divisions of quantities, and back calculations from 2D plans. The software's customizable databases cater to the specific needs of different departments, effectively organizing takeoffs in retail, academic, and hospitality divisions. Additionally, project managers and engineers occasionally use On-Screen Takeoff to verify proposed quantities from trade partners, ensuring the accuracy of subcontractor values and budget estimations. By consolidating takeoffs in one location and providing an itemized printable list of quantities, the software keeps everything organized and saves significant time throughout the estimation process. With its extensive features and user-friendly interface, On-Screen Takeoff has proven to be the preeminent takeoff software for over 15 years and continues to be a key part of the estimating workflow.
Speed: Many users have noted that the software significantly increases the speed of the estimating process. Several reviewers have mentioned that it allows them to break down projects into manageable pieces, resulting in more efficient workflows.
Ease of Use: The ease of use of the software has been praised by numerous users. They appreciate that it enables widespread adoption throughout their organizations without the need for extensive training. This user-friendly nature has made it easy for both experienced and novice estimators to quickly learn and navigate the software.
Versatility: The versatility of the software is frequently highlighted by users. It has proven effective for a wide range of projects, from large-scale building takeoffs to smaller tasks like sidewalks. This adaptability makes it a valuable tool for estimators working on various types and sizes of construction projects.
Common Cons:
- Limited collaboration and real-time access: Some users have expressed frustration with the software's restriction of only one individual being allowed into a project at a given time, as well as the lack of multiple user access and real-time updating capabilities.
- Cumbersome file management and navigation: Several reviewers have found it inconvenient to switch between different sheets of the plan set, and have suggested adding features like a functionality to jump to another page or a 'recently viewed sheets' section for quick navigation. Additionally, some users have noted difficulties in uploading documents to the program and locating the backup database.
- Lack of advanced features and modern interface: While users generally find the basic functionality intuitive, they feel that more advanced features require additional training and digging. Furthermore, some reviewers believe that the software's user interface is dated and out of touch with current design trends.
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Our use of On-Screen Takeoff allows us to accurately and effectively put together estimates and cross check subcontractor values. With On-Screen Takeoff our pre-construction process can fill in holes that would otherwise be guesses. Not only can we dial in the quantity values, but we can then communicate these values to our subcontractors as needed. The ability to combine multiple takeoff functions into a single takeoff condition also speeds up the process enabling us to meet accelerated timeframes.
- Quantity Takeoff
- Organization
- Visual representation of project
- User interface is dated
- The functionality is intuitive to a point, but advanced features required digging and training.
- On-Screen Takeoff has provided us with a speedy and effective way to quantify projects.
- This software enables us to provide detailed takeoff sheets to owners, communicating scope carried on a visual medium.
On-Screen Takeoff is a dedicated program for quantity takeoffs. While other programs have similar capabilities, On-Screen Takeoff is by far the most user-friendly and easiest to integrate with other tools. Being able to copy and paste directly into Excel is a huge boon for our company as the estimate can be put together smoothly and without the risk of typos.
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Preconstruction and project management use the software to verify values and quantities both for planning and operational needs. Without On Screen Takeoff we would be left in the dark when trying to move things forward in the field. It also avoids duplication of work as the data is available for all to use.
All support is taken care of through the customer support system provided by Construct Connect.
- Quantity Verification
- Project Planning
- Scope recognition and understanding
- Streamlining the bidding process
- Conveying information to the field team
- Confirming bid quantity versus actual quantity.
- Have a more in depth understanding of plans
- Implement On Screen as part of the project startup.
No
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On Screen Takeoff is the industry standard for construction quantity takeoff's. It is the best and most integrated solution available and ensures all parties have the same outlook and information.
Overall usability and user interface would factor into the decision more heavily.
- Implemented in-house
No
Change management was minimal
We did not implement a specific change management solution prior to utilizing On Screen Takeoff.
- Training
- Coordination
- Integration
Yes, to guarantee that I can solve problems when they inevitably arise. A small cost to ensure quality output in a timely manner
No
Our company had to track down some license key history. they were able to verify and provide data quickly and easily.
- Quanity takeoff
- Color coding
- Assigning values
- Multiple values from a single takeoff condition
- Set custom scale
- Dropdowns
No
February 25, 2020
Watch yourself work
We utilize On-Screen Takeoff from start to finish on all projects.
- Increases the speed of the estimating process
- Allows us to break down the project into manageable pieces
- It would be nice if you could select an object that occurs on multiple sheets, copy, and paste it into change orders or alternates.
- If you could search for where a certain condition is being used (which sheet) and go directly to that page or pages, that would be cool.
- For us, it has undoubtedly been a positive experience. We have been using it since 2000, so we have a lot of time invested in the program.
- We certainly use less paper than we did before we started using On-Screen Takeoff.
I have only used On-Screen Takeoff. I have not had the opportunity or desire to use a different product. We also use their sister software called Quick Bid, so we are locked in with the On Center Suite.
I use it to read prints and prepare quotes for clients.
- Read Prints
- On Screen Measuring to verify plans
- Switching between different sheets of the plan set
- It has sped the bid process
- It has improved our accuracy in the bidding process
January 23, 2020
On-Screen Takeoff is the standard to beat
We use it to gather quantities from construction drawings to help compile a comprehensive estimate that includes current market pricing and quantities based off of those gathered.
- It speeds up the bidding process of construction projects.
- It simplifies our job as estimators and allows us to accurately compile large amounts of content as well as allowing us to navigate drawings easier.
- Only one individual is allowed into a project at a given time.
- As file sizes get larger the project will begin to slow down.
- We are able to continually get accurate and competitive bids out on time due to the ease of use OST provides.
Being able to train individuals in a single afternoon on the program and trusting them to get you something usable as soon as possible is quite invaluable. It is also something that I feel is unique to this program. It is just easier.
January 21, 2020
Takeoff Super Software
We largely use On-Screen Takeoff in our estimating department to put together our estimates for bid proposals, but we also have a number of others who use this software within the company. Our self performed concrete department uses it for their estimates and for planning their order quantities. We also have a number of project managers and project engineers that will use the software every now and then for verifying a proposed quantity or amount from a trade partner. Overall it is most heavily used in our estimating department but it has provided a lot of benefits throughout our organization.
- The biggest thing for me is that it is so easy to use, which allows it to be used widely throughout our organization without a lot of intense training.
- Another great thing is that it does not matter how big or little the scope of the take off may be, it works just as well for a whole 12 story building take off as it does for a stretch of sidewalk.
- I think it would be great if it could work on a file from a shared central location rather than from the local computer's files.
- I would also like to see some more options for how I can export data to excel or other files for analysis and reporting.
- The main benefit for using this software is that our estimating takeoff productivity has gone way up from where it was before allowing us to compile bids and estimates in a quicker and more accurate way.
- The ease of use has allowed us to reduce the time and investment we have had to put into training new hires on the software.
I think that the simplicity and set up of On-Screen Takeoff makes this an overall better software than Bluebeam or Navisworks. Both of which can be used to create good takeoffs but they are limited in ways that on screen is not so it is a much more versatile take off tool. I also think the focus for On-Screen Takeoff is for the estimates and take off so it may not do all that the others do but if you are going to be focused on providing estimates on screen Takeoff is the tool to use.